Music Therapy

Faculty of Music, Department of Music Cultures & Education, Music Culture and Education Major, Music Therapy

Harnessing the hidden power of music

Music therapy, which involves communicating with clients through sound and music, is a very deep and wide-ranging field. By studying theory and practice in a balanced manner, students will acquire the skills and mindset necessary for music therapy. In the introductory course, students will gain a deep understanding of music itself and acquire basic knowledge of music therapy and related fields. In the specialized course, students will learn specialized music therapy techniques in a more practical manner, while also acquiring the application skills and musical techniques that can be used flexibly and appropriately in a variety of settings, including medical care, welfare, education, and the local community. There is also Music Therapy Course for obtaining qualifications, which students from other majors can also take.

Point

Aiming to obtain qualifications in Music Therapy Course

Through clinical training outside of school, students will enhance their practical abilities and acquire the basic knowledge, skills, mindset, and ethics of a music therapist. Upon completion (or expected completion), students will be eligible to take the exam to become a certified music therapist by the Japanese Music Therapy Association.

Specialization

Class and Activity Introduction

Music Therapy Lecture

This course provides a comprehensive study of music therapy, covering everything from basic concepts such as definition, history, and theory to its physiological, psychological, social, and philosophical anthropological significance.

Instrumental Ensemble

Through practice, students will learn about various techniques and their meanings that are useful for clinical activities using improvisation. The relationship between improvisation and physicality will also be discussed.

Education for children with disabilities

Students will deepen their understanding of the characteristics of various disabilities and mental and physical challenges, and through case studies and workshops, they will learn how to build trusting relationships and how to support children's development and growth.

Singing Practice

Students will learn the basics of singing and accompaniment, primarily on the piano, and acquire basic vocal and performance techniques suited to clinical situations.

Specialized Seminar

Students will set their own interests and themes and explore them together with their peers and faculty. In their fourth year, they will conduct extensive research, write a graduation thesis, and give a graduation research presentation.

in Focus - Clinical Training, Music Therapy Clinical Research (Required for Music Therapy Course students only)

During clinical training, all students will undergo training at off-campus facilities, where they will observe and participate in cutting-edge music therapy sites, learning about the work of staff and proper etiquette for interacting with clients.
In music therapy clinical research, we write reports on each observation and practical session, and learn about the client, the music therapist's approach to the client, and how music is used. Music therapy uses music in a variety of ways depending on the situation. In addition to specialized study, it is essential to gain a lot of experience.

Student's Voice

Experiencing music therapy in the field
It's a valuable learning opportunity

MOMOZAWA Mako

Department of Music Cultures & Education, Music Therapy, 4th year
Graduated from Kureha High School, Toyama
Music Therapy + Music Therapy Course

I learned a lot from the "singing practice" where I learned the basic knowledge of singing and playing music necessary for music therapy sessions, as well as techniques for accompaniment tailored to clients. At first, I felt uncomfortable singing and playing music or improvising, but this was resolved as I continued taking classes, and I began to want to hone my skills even more. From the third year, students are given clinical training where they can observe and participate in actual music therapy settings. Observing therapists who respond flexibly to the situation at hand was a valuable learning opportunity. At this College, I learned music therapy from the ground up and gained a variety of experiences in the field, and I feel like I have discovered a new connection between people and music, as well as the possibilities of music.

Faculty Message

Let's explore the possibilities of music together

OKAZAKI Kana

Music Therapy
Specialty: Music therapy

Learning music therapy gives you an opportunity to think about the essential relationship between people and music. In my classes, we introduce the effects of music therapy in concrete terms while watching videos and audio recordings, and we develop practical skills in the field through exercises using musical instruments. We also offer a wide range of off-campus training at hospitals and facilities. Why not make the most of your music and join us in exploring the "potential of music" in medical, welfare, and educational settings?

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Educational Goals

In this program, students will learn the basic knowledge, theories, and methods of music therapy based on a deep understanding of music and people and a global perspective, while also cultivating the clinical and musical skills that will allow them to act flexibly and appropriately in a variety of therapeutic situations, as well as the ability to apply these skills to various aspects of society. We also offer a course to obtain the qualification of "Music Therapist Certified by the Japanese Music Therapy Association," and we aim to develop talented people who are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and ethics of a more practical professional and who can play an active role in society.

Admissions Policy

Curriculum Policy

The curriculum is designed to balance theory and practice, allowing students to actively learn while stimulating each other. In the foundation course, students focus on music itself, the foundation of clinical practice, while also acquiring fundamental knowledge of music therapy and related fields. In the specialized course, students not only learn more specialized music therapy theory and methods and clinical music techniques, but also deepen their understanding of various disabilities and illnesses, including those for children and adults with physical and mental disabilities, patients with mental and physical illnesses, and the elderly, and learn about treatment methods and their effectiveness. In addition, the Music Music Therapy Course license, involves clinical training at off-campus facilities for people with disabilities, medical institutions, and elderly care facilities, where students learn more practical skills and the ethics required of music therapists. Students from other departments and majors are also welcome to enroll in this course.

Diploma Policy

Based on a thorough understanding of people, diseases, and disabilities, students will recognize the diverse functions and influences of music and have acquired the ability to apply these knowledge flexibly and appropriately in a variety of settings, including medical care, welfare, education, and the local community.